The hammer came down with over $10.4 million in sales at Antiquorum’s recent auction in Hong Kong.

This past weekend, Antiquorum wrapped up their “Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces” auction in Hong Kong with total sales reaching over $10.4 million. Amid the over 700 pieces up for sale, the brands that commanded the highest bids included Patek Philippe, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Girard-Perregaux and Vacheron Constantin.

Paul Newman Rolex Watch in gold is a rare watch. (credit: Antiquorum)

Among the Patek Philippe offerings, some of the standout watches included the Ref. 5033P Minute Repeater Perpetual Calendar Platinum with diamonds, a rare 18k yellow gold Ref. 2499 Third Series from 1969 and the Ref. 5711 Jumbo Nautilus Platinum Ruby, one of only five ever produced.

Rolex also had a robust showing at the auction boasting 116 pieces in the catalogue with a rare 14k gold Cosmograph Daytona “Paul Newman” from 1969, an exquisitely embellished GMT Master II in yellow gold with diamonds and black sapphires and a rare 1969 Daytona Tropical Sub-Dials in steel, all fetching a higher price than its highest estimate.

Girard-Perregaux Ref. 99740

Opera Two Minute Repeater Perpetual Calendar Platinum

Sold: $174,138

Estimate: $150,000 – 250,000

Girard-Perregaux Ref. 99740 sold at $174,138. (credit: Antiquorum)

With a 42mm platinum case and elegant black dial, the rare Opera Two is an exquisite offering from Girard-Perregaux, equipped with a tourbillon, Westminster minute repeater and perpetual calendar. Circa 2003.

Rolex Ref. 6241

Cosmograph Daytona “Paul Newman” 14k Gold

Sold: $367,625

Estimate: $200,000 – 300,000

One of the most highly sought-after collectibles from Rolex is the Cosmograph Daytona, nicknamed the “Paul Newman”.

One of the most highly sought-after collectibles from Rolex is the Cosmograph Daytona, nicknamed the “Paul Newman”. This particular rare vintage Rolex watch model in 14k yellow gold is a real beauty with its two-tone champagne and black dial, black tachometer graduation on the bezel and riveted Oyster bracelet and was sold above its highest estimate. Circa 1969.

Patek Philippe Ref. 5033/100P

Minute Repeater Perpetual Calendar Platinum & Diamond

Sold: $700,422

Estimate: $550,000 – 750,000

Patek Philippe Ref. 5033/100P sold at $700,422 (credit: Antiquorum)

The highlight of the auction was the extremely rare Patek Philippe Ref. 5033 Minute Repeater Perpetual Calendar in platinum with diamonds, double sealed. Its Art Deco tonneau shaped case is set with 98 baguette diamonds and this coveted timepiece fetched the highest price at the auction at $700,422. Circa 2011.

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Paul is the company's Founder and CEO. He is responsible for all the day to day activities from purchasing, receiving, marketing and sales. Paul is a graduate of Boston College 1979 and resides in California with his family.

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